Ditch Witch XT1600 Operator's Manual page 80

XT1600 Operator's Manual
Service - 79
10 Hour
Lubricate Excavator
Lubricate excavator every 10 hours of use. Apply
MPG at each of the 13 zerks.
Check Track Tension
Check track tension every 10 hours. Tracks are
properly tensioned when inner rod (1) is flush with
end of cylinder (2).
Tension can also be checked by measuring
spring length through slots in track frame.
Dimension A should measure 15 1/2" (39.4 cm).
Adjust as needed (see page 89).
See "Reducing Track Wear" on page 47
Wash Tracks and Undercarriage
Wash tracks and undercarriage every 10 hours to remove abrasive soil. Remove stones and other foreign
objects. Check tracks for oil, fuel or other corrosive materials and clean thoroughly to remove.
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